Last checked for updates: 23 October 2026

Current bills about: animal cruelty

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3 current bills found.

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NSW New Offences for Leaving Dogs in Hot Cars, Prong Collars, Glue Traps, and Mulesing Sheep Without Pain Relief

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment (Enforcement and Operational Powers) Bill 2026

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7 May 2026: MPs in the first house are debating whether this bill is a good idea in principle.

Legislative Council

Legislative Assembly

Assent

NSW Fines or Jail for Keeping Laying Hens in Cages

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment (Battery Cage Prohibition) Bill 2023

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Private Member's Bill

31 May 2023: MPs in the first house are debating whether this bill is a good idea in principle.

Legislative Council

Legislative Assembly

Assent

[no bill text published] NSW Delegation Powers for the Independent Office of Animal Welfare and the Chief Animal Welfare Officer

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment (Independent Office of Animal Welfare) Bill 2023

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Private Member's Bill

14 Aug 2024: This bill was voted against and will not be discussed further (Defeated).

Legislative Council

Legislative Assembly

Assent